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Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 4, 2025

Published on June 4, 2025
Sweet cherries are at 7 millimeters. Tart cherries are coming out of the shuck. Apples are at various stages of bloom and sizing fast. Apple growers will be making thinning decisions and preparing for rain this week to protect against disease.
Michigan grape scouting report – June 4, 2025

Published on June 4, 2025
Check out the latest Michigan Grape Scouting Report for timely updates on weather, vine growth, disease management, and pest activity. Stay informed and make proactive decisions to support vineyard health and productivity.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 3 2025

Published on June 4, 2025
Surprise frost over the weekend and a heatwave beginning of this week—pure Michigan!
West central Michigan tree fruit update – June 3, 2025

Published on June 3, 2025
After some very cold nights, warm weather is a welcome change this week.
How do pre-plant soil treatments improve growth and control nematodes in cherry orchards?

Published on May 29, 2025
Pre-plant soil treatments, including fumigants, nematicides and organic amendments, improve tree growth and reduce harmful nematode populations, offering promising solutions for managing orchard replant disease in Michigan cherry systems.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – May 27, 2025

Published on May 28, 2025
With the cooler temperatures, many apples are still in bloom in the north. Growers are balancing disease control management with the cool weather.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 27, 2025

Published on May 28, 2025
Last week was cool, so there wasn’t much movement.
Michigan grape scouting report – May 28, 2025

Published on May 28, 2025
Check out the latest Michigan Grape Scouting Report for timely updates on weather, vine growth, disease management, and pest activity. Stay informed and make proactive decisions to support vineyard health and productivity.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – May 27, 2025

Published on May 28, 2025
Tart cherries are out of the shuck, and apples are ready for thinning in some orchards.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – May 27, 2025

Published on May 28, 2025
Cool temperatures slowed fruit development. There is some lingering bloom.